You can also use 2 colors throughout an entire quilt.
The color is also up to you - I almost always use white backing because it's traditional, but if you want the backing to match the quilt, go for it! Pros and Cons: Machine Quilting vs Hand Quilting There's no right or wrong answer in terms of "which is better" when it comes to hand quilting vs.
Once you're satisfied with the design, pick up your patches in rows, being careful to keep them in order.
Run your finger along the crease line until you can feel the triangle fold underneath picture 2 and mark that place with a pin picture 3.
So make sure you're not letting the sewn fabric pile up behind the machine and the fabric that's feeding through is supported well.
It's the process of stitching together two or more layers of fabric.